Santha - Garkha, Saran
Santha is a village situated in the Garkha subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garkha and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Mauzam Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santha is 234431. The village covers a total geographical area of 175.63 hectares and falls under the 841216 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Santha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Santha
According to the 2011 Census, Santha village had a total population of 3,475 people, including 1,791 males and 1,684 females, living in 521 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.37%, with male literacy at 78.06% and female literacy at 52.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 336.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,475 | 1,791 | 1,684 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 674 | 360 | 314 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 336 | 174 | 162 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,831 | 1,117 | 714 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,644 | 674 | 970 |
Nearby Villages of Santha
Santha is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Santha
Santha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Santha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chapra to Santha is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Santha is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Santha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Santha
Where is Santha located?
Santha village is located in Garkha Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Santha?
The Gram Panchayat of Santha is Mauzam Pur.
What is the pincode of Santha?
The pincode of Santha is 841216.
What is the population of Santha?
Santha had a total population of 3,475, including 1,791 males and 1,684 females.
How many households are there in Santha?
Santha had 521 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santha was 65.37%. Male literacy was 78.06% and female literacy was 52.12%.